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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

Emanuel Wilson vs Ty JohnsonWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

Emanuel Wilson is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 5.4 PPG to Ty Johnson's 5.2 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

Emanuel Wilson is the better fantasy play this season.

Statistically, Emanuel Wilson and Ty Johnson are interchangeable on a season-long basis. The 0.2-PPG gap is one broken play per game. For weekly start/sit calls, check opponent defense and recent form before defaulting to the name.

Low confidence: the production gap is narrow enough that weekly context matters more than the season line.

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RBGreen Bay Packers#60PPG LEADER

Emanuel Wilson

PPG

5.4

Games

Rush Yds

496

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

Bye

Week 11

RBBuffalo Bills#99

Ty Johnson

PPG

5.2

Games

Rush Yds

200

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

263

Bye

Week 12

The Edge Chart

Emanuel Wilson

Ty Johnson

Head to Head

5.4 PPG5.2 PPG

16 GP17 GP

Bye: Week 11Bye: Week 12

Fantasy Tiers

Emanuel Wilson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #60 at the position). Ty Johnson: Tier 5 (Deep League) RB (ranked #99 at the position). Among the top 50 running backs this season, Emanuel Wilson is producing at 25% of elite pace and Ty Johnson at 24%. That ranking gap means Emanuel Wilson carries more trade value and a higher draft cost in 2026.

Emanuel Wilson vs Ty Johnson: The Full Breakdown

This is a genuine coin flip on paper. Emanuel Wilson finished the 2025 season at 5.4 PPG over 16 games with the Green Bay Packers, while Ty Johnson clocked in at 5.2 across 17 appearances for the Buffalo Bills. A 0.2-point gap means any given week could go either way.

With a margin this thin, season averages are not the deciding factor. Weekly variables like opponent defense, game script, and injury status carry more weight than a fraction of a PPG. The right start in Week 6 might be the wrong start in Week 14.

Both profile as early-down workhorses. Emanuel Wilson ran for 496 yards and 3 touchdowns; Ty Johnson posted 200 and 3. Goal-line share, red zone touches, and which team is favored are usually the tiebreaker when neither back offers passing-game volume.

One scheduling note: Emanuel Wilson is off Week 11 and Ty Johnson Week 12. If these two are on your roster, you will need a fill-in running back for both weeks. DraftCall flags bye conflicts so you can plan ahead rather than panic on waivers.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: Emanuel Wilson (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. Ty Johnson (age 28, 7 years) is past the typical RB peak. Redraft value exceeds dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•Emanuel Wilson outscored Ty Johnson by a projected 3 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•Ty Johnson played 17 games in 2025 compared to Emanuel Wilson's 16. That durability gap means Ty Johnson contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•Ty Johnson scored 5 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.3 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

Emanuel Wilson vs Ty Johnson: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	Emanuel Wilson	Ty Johnson
PPG (Half-PPR)	5.4	5.2
Games Played	16	17
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	86	88
Rushing Yards	496	200
Rush Yds/Game	31.0	11.8
Rushing TDs	3	3
Receptions	15	24
Receiving Yards	99	263
Targets	17	33
Total TDs	3	5
Age	27	28
Experience	2 yrs	7 yrs
Bye Week	Week 11	Week 12

Summary

5.4 PPG for Emanuel Wilson versus 5.2 for Ty Johnson in 2025. The baseline favors Emanuel Wilson, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start Emanuel Wilson or Ty Johnson in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, Emanuel Wilson has the edge at 5.4 PPG compared to Ty Johnson's 5.2 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did Emanuel Wilson and Ty Johnson average in 2025?▾

Emanuel Wilson averaged 5.4 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. Ty Johnson averaged 5.2 PPG over 17 games. That is a difference of 0.2 points per game.

When are Emanuel Wilson and Ty Johnson's bye weeks in 2026?▾

Emanuel Wilson (GB) has a bye in Week 11, and Ty Johnson (BUF) has a bye in Week 12. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.

Is Emanuel Wilson or Ty Johnson a better fantasy running back in 2026?▾

Emanuel Wilson outscored Ty Johnson by 0.2 PPG in 2025, which gives him the edge heading into 2026. For a week-by-week verdict, DraftCall's AI analyzes matchup quality and recent trends in real time.